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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book

by Mark Twain

2020

Great fit for 4th grade

Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14

4th grade English
252
Pages
12
AR Points
7.8h
Read time
AR Quiz Available

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Genre

Adventure

Themes

  • friendship
  • mischief and rebellion
  • coming of age
  • courage
  • morality and conscience
  • freedom vs. responsibility
  • community and social norms
  • ingenuity

About this book

Tom Sawyer is a clever, fun-loving boy growing up along the Mississippi River who always seems to find excitement—and a little trouble. From skipping school to masterminding trades with his friends, Tom’s playful schemes and big imagination keep life lively in his small town. Readers meet memorable characters like Huck Finn and Aunt Polly as Tom learns about honesty, courage, and responsibility. Kids enjoy the humor, fast-paced adventures, and the timeless feel of an American classic.

Setting: St. Petersburg, Missouri (a Mississippi River town), mid-19th century

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book right for my child?

Yes — The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.1, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, mischief and rebellion, coming of age.

How long does it take to read The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book?

At a typical 4th grade reading pace, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book takes around 7.8h to finish. The book has 70,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.

Does The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book have an AR quiz?

Yes — The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book has an AR quiz available, worth 12 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.

What grade level is The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book?

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer By Mark Twain The New Kindal Book has an AR reading level of 4.1, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.